Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program

1. Applicants must hold a medical degree (MD or equivalent) from a recognized medical school.
2. Applicants must have taken the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 before submitting their application.
3. USMLE Step 2 examination results must be submitted before the applicant ranking process.
4. Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation.
5. Applicants must submit a recommendation letter from the Chairperson of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of their medical school.
6. Applicants must submit a complete application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

The Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana, offers four years of comprehensive clinical and surgical training in women's healthcare. The program focuses on developing clinical expertise, surgical skills, independent decision-making, and compassionate patient care. Residents receive hands-on training in general obstetrics and gynecology, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, urogynecology, and the management of normal and high-risk pregnancies. The curriculum also provides exposure to subspecialties such as gynecologic oncology, maternal-fetal medicine, female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and reproductive infectious diseases. Training includes clinical rotations across affiliated hospitals, surgical experience, academic lectures, simulation sessions, research opportunities, and community healthcare services, preparing graduates for independent clinical practice and academic careers.

1. Applicants must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit the completed application along with the following documents:
3. ERAS application.
4. Personal statement.
5. Medical school transcript.
6. Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE).
7. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and Step 2 scores, as per the program requirements.
8. Three letters of recommendation.
9. Recommendation letter from the Chairperson of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of the applicant's medical school.
3. Ensure that USMLE Step 1 has been taken before applying.
4. Submit USMLE Step 2 results before the applicant ranking process.
5. The department reviews applications and selects candidates through its residency selection process.
6. The department participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for selecting residents.
7. Applicants participate in the residency matching process, and final selection is based on the match results.